Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. National federation of state high school associations track. The rules herein are intended to govern the specific track and field events and cross country meets that are held as part of competition at the local. Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. The weather and i usually destroy my hard copy of the rules book during the track season. The track and field rules committee recommended and the nfhs board of directors approved an immediate rule change to track and field rule 7524 pertaining to padding for the pole vault planting box. United states afghanistan albania algeria american samoa andorra angola anguilla antarctica antigua and barbuda argentina armenia aruba australia austria azerbaijan bahamas bahrain bangladesh barbados belarus belgium belize benin bermuda bhutan bolivia, plurinational state of bonaire, sint eustatius and saba. Gardner, publisher bob colgate, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Nov 14, 2019 cif southern section goals for 201920 school year.
The nfhs field hockey rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the field hockey rules book. Throws the discus so it does not fall within the sector lines. At a recent rules meeting there was a discussion regarding the providing of hydration for the athletes during competition. One less thing that i need to carry around at a meet. White competitors numbers 301400 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 18007763462. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs track and field and cross country comments on the rules 20. After stepping into the circle, fails to pause before starting the throw. After f7 touches the ball, r1 may legally attempt to advance. Track and field rules interpretations publishers note.
Recent changes within multiple track and field rules codes regarding the definition of relay exchange zones prompted the rules committee to adjust nfhs exchange zone rules. Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. Rule 7524 now permits the use of planting box padding that meets the new astm specification standard. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented.
Track and field and cross country rules changes 2016 nfhs. The competitors uniform shall be schoolissued or school. R1 was stealing 2nd base when b2 hit a deep fly ball to left field. Please consult the appropriate governing body or the american sports builders association for specific information. Rules 6 and 7 reorganizes rules 6 and 7 into one rule field events to avoid duplicity in the rules, remove unnecessary language, be more concise in the presentation of the events rules and create a section on general rules for all field events. Field event relay events would not fall under the uniformundergarment rule as long as the uniforms were.
Gardner, publisher becky oakes, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. Welcome to within the oval, the homepage for nfhs track and field and cross country officials information. The decision from both the atom executive board and mhsaa was that the track and field rules book treats relays as running events using a baton, exchange zones, a prescribed distance that has to be covered and that it has lane assignments. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The 20 nfhs football rules book is now available through itunes, and rules books for field hockey, soccer and volleyball will be available soon, as well as case books in football and volleyball. Permits the use of double boundary lines marking both the inside and outside boundaries of the cross country course. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent. In reference to a school participating in more than one meet on the same day, a track and field athlete may not exceed the individual entry limitations outlined in the nfhs track and field rules book on one calendar day, and may not duplicate events on the same day, even if competing as a junior varsity and varsity competitor on the same day. This is the first kindleversion of the book that ive purchased. White competitors numbers 001100 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 1800. Kansas state high school activities association 2014 track. Nfhs track and field and cross country comments on the rules 20 1. National federation track and field rule book uniform rule.
It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit within the oval frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs track and field cross country rules. The rule change does not require that tracks be repainted or resurfaced in order to be in compliance with nfhs rules. Comments and explanations from bill quinlisk, grtfoa rules interpreter. The competitors uniform shall be schoolissued or schoolapproved, worn as intended by the manufacturer, and meets the. This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport for the. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. The exchange zones for relay races with legs more than 200 meters are not impacted by this rule change. But, rules 961b7 and notes and rule 961c7 and notes are clearly written for two or more runners on the same cross country team. R1 rounds 2nd base before she realizes she needs to go back and tag up. View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Previous changes to nfhs cross country rules created the exception that allows a competitor to assist an injured or ill competitor.
National federation track and field rule book uniform rule 4, section 3 article 1. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for. Due to reorganization of previous rules 6 and 7, rule 8 special events now becomes rule 7 several special events are listed in rule 7 and may be included in the order of competition the nfhs track and field rules committee does not write the rules for these special events such events shall be conducted under usatf youth event rules. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. It is our goal to encourage more individuals to become track and field officials. Contains the official rules for track and field and cross country and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. There is some misleading information within this article about the authority of the jury of appeals to determine a race rerun. Find out how your school can join the nations leading producer of high school sports. When races are run in lanes around a turn or turns, the starting lines shall be staggered so that each competitor will run the same distance. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. Winter and spring rules publications will also follow later in the year for apple users on itunes. Nfhs rule 343 gives the referee sole authority to determine if a race should be rerun or not.
National federation of state high school associations. Track and field rule book differences is a lightweight, paperback book that can easily be carried with you at track meets. Sep 05, 2016 the track and field rules committee recommended and the nfhs board of directors approved an immediate rule change to track and field rule 7524 pertaining to padding for the pole vault planting box. Stream thousands of live and on demand high school sporting events from across the country on any device. Nfhs field hockey rules each state high school association adopting these rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. In order to make nfhs rules skilllevel and agelevel appropriate, the rules may be modified by any organization that chooses to. These two rules in the cross country section are not specific for only one runner.
As a coach and official, i buy this book every year. Removes duplicate language contained elsewhere in existing rules and adds language regarding when the order of competition may be changed for consistency in all field event rules. Would you like to know who allows pacing by led lights, has strict restrictions on visible undergarments, does not allow the use of gps watches, or has a 30second time limit for. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. National federation track and field rule book uniform. In the 2018 track and field premeet notes, there is an article concerning jury of appeals. Track markings rule 531 provides greater flexibility by expanding the professional positions which are qualified to survey and measure a track. Track and field and cross country rules interpretations publishers note. Clarifies within the rules that the referee, meet officials or jury does not authority to set aside a rule except as provided under special circumstances. Guidelines for developing lightning safety policies. If you have a rules proposal you would like to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will. Nfhs rules in track and field and cross country outline that it is an unfair act when a competitor receives any assistance.
The nfhs track and field cross country rules committee meets annually in june to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. The competitors uniform shall be issued by the school, worn as intended by the manufacturer and have the following restrictions. It consists of a school issued top and bottom, which are not objectionable n. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. We all know that ny state still has a jewelry rule whereas the nfhs eliminated the jewelry rule in 2015.
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